On Thursday, August 23rd, the UEB Scottsdale office hosted The Valley Wine and Design Club's 2012 August Event titled "Go for the Gold". The Olympic themed party featured several exciting competitions throughout the evening. A "blind" wine tasting from the four host countries (Canada, USA, France and Italy), an Olympic Stadium identification quiz and finally a "Go for the Gold" team trivia event. Guests
enjoyed “café cuisine” from the host countries: Bruschetta from local Italian-influenced wine café Postino, American sandwiches from Bertha's, a variety of French cheeses and Smoked salmon from Canada. There were also sweet
treats from local bakeries, an open bar, and more.
We would like to show our appreciation to all who helped make this event so memorable: Jeanne Birmingham of White Poppy for the floral arrangements, decorations and food displays. Angie Birch for her awesome wine cork Olympic Rings sculpture. And of course, current President Chandra Reilly and VW&D Club founder Wayne Einbinder.
Event medalists are as follows:
That Wine's from Where
Gold: Marc Watson
Silver: (Tie) Tom Reilly and Martha Abbott
Bronze: Eileen O'Brien
Name that City...and Year...and Architect
Gold: (Tie) Jeff Stanton and Julie Stanton
Silver: Wayne Einbinder
Bronze: Karen Einbinder
Go For The Gold Team Trivia
Gold: USA
Silver: Canada
Bronze: (Tie) Italy and France
